Fairfax County, VA – In recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Fairfax County Police Department is highlighting the critical role of its Victim Services Division and the advocates who support victims during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. For more than two decades, Lead Victim Specialist Kacey Kirkland has been a steady presence for victims
Read moreFairfax County, VA – Each year, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) serves as a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of those impacted by crime. From April 19–25, we recognize this important observance by reaffirming our commitment to ensuring survivors have access to justice, resources, and healing. Observed annually since 1981, NCVRW highlights the progress of the victims’
Read moreMason Police District – The criminal and administrative investigations continue into the February 23 officer-involved shooting in the 3900 block of Persimmon Drive in Mantua. Chhatra Thapa, 54, had attacked two family members, both adult females, with a knife and was actively attacking a third family member, an adult male, with the knife inside their residence. Thapa failed to comply
Read moreFairfax County, VA— The Victim Services Division of the Fairfax County Police Department proudly hosted its 3rd Annual Breakfast with Santa over the weekend, welcoming more than 75 children, along with their parents, grandparents, and guardians. Thanks to the continued generosity of Dave & Buster’s, which provided both the space and support for the event, families enjoyed a few joyful
Read moreFairfax County, VA – The Fairfax County Police Department’s Victim Services Division (VSD) is proud to announce the launch of its 12th Annual Holiday Gift Card Drive, an initiative dedicated to supporting child victims and witnesses of domestic violence, sexual violence, and families grieving the loss of a loved one to homicide. So far in 2025, the Victim Services Division
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